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DefenseDeveloping
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Roscosmos completes initial concept for nuclear-powered rocket propulsion system

Roscosmos CEO Dmitry Bakanov announced completion of an initial concept design for a nuclear-powered rocket engine, with ongoing research in this field. Russia has pursued nuclear thermal and nuclear electric propulsion for deep-space missions. The significance of this announcement depends on actual technical capabilities and timeline to operational deployment, which remain unspecified.

TASS English·RU·about 5 hours ago
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#nuclear propulsion#space technology#russia#rocket engines#deep space
TechDevelopingFeatured
6.6

Russia, China advance joint lunar station power plant development

Roscosmos and China's space agency signed a memorandum in May 2025 to develop a power plant segment for their International Lunar Research Station, advancing a multi-year collaborative infrastructure project. The timing and technical specifications of this commitment remain unclear, as does the project's funding and timeline. This represents a significant geopolitical shift in space exploration, positioning Russia-China cooperation as an alternative to Western-led lunar initiatives.

TASS English·RU · CN·about 5 hours ago
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#space-exploration#russia-china-cooperation#lunar-infrastructure#geopolitical-competition#roscosmos